Psychological Therapeutic Approaches Quiz

Focuses on changing irrational beliefs to alleviate emotional distress.

Considered the founder of psychoanalysis.

Focuses on identifying and changing dysfunctional thought patterns and behaviors.

Developed Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT).

Emphasizes exploring unconscious conflicts and childhood experiences.

Developed technique of systematic desensitization for treating phobias.

Emphasizes role of unconscious defense mechanisms.

Person-Centered Therapy developed by Carl Rogers.

Focuses on identifying and challenging cognitive distortions.

Primary technique used in exposure therapy.

Emphasizes importance of therapist-client relationship and unconditional positive regard.

'Empty chair technique' commonly used in Existential Therapy.

Focuses on integration of conflicting parts of the self.

Primary goal of family therapy is addressing interpersonal dynamics.

Focuses on here-and-now experience and emphasizes personal responsibility.

Central concept in Gestalt Therapy is wholeness and integration.

Focuses on client's ability to make choices and take action.

Key concept in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).

Core principle of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).

Key technique used in narrative therapy.

Key technique used in solution-focused brief therapy.